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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Yulong [2025]
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Yulong Snow Mountain
4.5
/5
17295 reviews
9.0
Based on 706 reviews
Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area | 34.4 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5131111
Address: 15 km north of Lijiang Old Town, Yulong County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Take a cable car for panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains
Cableway to 14780 ft glacier park
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Because I took my kids out late, I didn't get to go there. I only went to Yakniuping. But Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is really beautiful. It feels beautiful even before entering the scenic area. It is the kind of scenic spot that you want to go again after you have been there. The scenery inside is very spectacular and grand. The mountains and rivers of our motherland are so beautiful.
The weather in Lijiang is unpredictable. When I booked the ticket, the weather forecast said it would be sunny, but when I got to the top of the mountain, I couldn't see anything and it was snowing heavily. I basically walked in the snow to see other attractions, which was also a pleasure.
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Tiger Leaping Gorge
4.6
/5
5123 reviews
8.5
Based on 1,226 reviews
Tiger Leaping Gorge | 45.9 km from downtown
Phone 0887-8806982
Address: Tiger Leaping Gorge(Hutiaoxia Town), Shangri-La County, Diqing Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
World-class hiking & iconic rock
World-class hiking: mountains & rapids
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The second time I came, the scenic spot was much better, and the elevator saved a lot of energy. July was the time when the water was high, and it was quite spectacular. There was a lot of protection, so it was not as scary as before. But I have to complain that the scenic spot is really crazy to make money. The cars are gathered at a distance, and you have to take the sightseeing bus to go up. There is only one point, shouldn’t the parking problem be solved directly? It seems that they are crazy about money. The ticket is more than 60, the elevator is 70, and the total is 130. They also force you to take the 20 sightseeing bus...
If you have enough time, you can buy a ticket for 45 yuan and then walk, which takes 3 hours. If you don’t have enough time, you can buy a ticket and then buy a ladder, which is a 4-section elevator ticket, which takes a total of 2 hours.
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The Romantic Show of Lijiang
4.6
/5
4499 reviews
8.1
Based on 91 reviews
Lijiang Railway Station | 2 km from downtown
Phone 0888-6881111
Address: No.88,Yuxing West Road,Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Yulong
Highlights:
Interactive shows & cultural performances
Lijiang culture & scenic beauty
Saved by 423 users2991 positive reviews
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Compared to the Eternal Love in Yangshuo, the one in Lijiang is boring, the plot is not coherent, and it feels a bit inexplicable. I won’t have a deep impression after watching it (I watched the one in Yangshuo 7 years ago and I still remember it)
One of the best performances/show I've seen. The artists are all professional dancers and the stunts they did were amazing! Stage effects and choreography was also top tier, even Broadway is limited. It was truly a 4D experience. On a side note the story is a bit mature. It was about romancing, love, and couples that meet different kinds of tragedy. There were sexual innuendos too (though artistically and theatrically done, it is obvious for adults). Still, there are a lot of kids in the audience and overall it was a performance all age group and sex can enjoy. Do note if such a subject theme makes you uncomfortable.
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Lashihai Wetland Park
4.3
/5
5394 reviews
7.4
Based on 288 reviews
Lijiang Lashihai Wetland Scenic Area | 11.6 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5440199
Address: Anshang Village, Lashi Seaview District, Gucheng District, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
No.1 of r fun & cool retreats in Yulong
Highlights:
Lakeside greenery & abundant fish
Naxi village & lakeside culture
Saved by 368 users2064 positive reviews
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Lashi Lake is a wetland park located in the west of Lijiang City. In addition to the wetland, there is also a beautiful grassland with herds of cattle and sheep. It is very suitable for taking pictures and wedding photos. It is not too far from the city center.
The customer service added me on WeChat right away and answered my questions patiently. They also reminded me not to spend money recklessly in the scenic area, which made us feel relieved. The driver was also on time. After sending us to the destination, he explained to us the order of sightseeing and the place to eat. The Chinese meal was a local chicken hot pot, which was very delicious.
For scenic spots, if you only ride horses and cruise ships, the speed is very fast. But the scenery is very beautiful, which is very suitable for travel photography. Recommended.
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5
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Baisha Ancient Town
4.6
/5
472 reviews
6.8
Based on 203 reviews
Baisha old town/FOLIDAY Town Lijiang Mediterranean Resort | 14.9 km from downtown
Phone 0888-5142120
Address: Yulong Naxi Autonomous County,Lijiang
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.2 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Yulong
Highlights:
Tie-dye crafts & cycling town
Majestic Yulong Snow Mountain views
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If you’re ever in Yunnan, Bai Sha Ancient Town is a must-see! The cobbled streets, traditional architecture, and peaceful vibes make it the perfect spot to unwind and take in some history. Trust me, you won’t regret it! 🌿🏛️
Transportation - Convenient and varied: From Lijiang City to Baisha Ancient Town, the transportation is more convenient, you can choose to take a taxi, about 20-30 minutes to arrive, the cost is about 30-50 yuan. You can also take buses, such as No. 3, No. 6, No. 17 and Baisha Ancient Town Tourist Lines, but the drive is long and about 1 hour. If you like a free and flexible travel method, renting an electric car is also a good choice, and you can enjoy the pastoral scenery along the way. Attractions - quaint and quiet: Baisha Ancient Town is one of the oldest market towns in Lijiang. Compared with Dayan Ancient City and Shuhe Ancient Town, the commercial atmosphere here is lighter, retaining more primitive style and local life. Walking on the bluestone road of the ancient town, you can feel the strong Naxi style. - Deep cultural heritage: the white sand murals in the ancient town are a must-check point, it is the product of the great opening of the Naxi society in the Ming Dynasty, integrating the painting styles of Han, Tibetan, Naxi and other ethnic groups, each mural tells a story, with extremely high artistic value and historical and cultural value. - Great viewing place: This is a good place to enjoy the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. In many places in the ancient town, such as the third floor of the Baisha Bookstore, the second floor of some coffee shops or the terrace, you can have a panoramic view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. When the weather is good, you can also see the magnificent scenery of Rizhao Jinshan. Food - Rich specialty snacks: Naxi Ama chicken bean jelly powder, white sand dumplings, butter tea and other local specialties. Chicken bean jelly powder tastes smooth and smooth, with unique sauces, the taste is very delicious; white sand is crispy and soft, the classic way to eat is hot sauce; The butter tea has a strong Tibetan flavor, and it warms your stomach and warms your body. - There are many quality restaurants: steamed snow-capped mountain fish and Pu'er fragrant crayfish in Yunnan cuisine of the Princess of the West of the West is worth a try. The fish is fresh and the shrimp is tender. Grandma's pork ribs hot pot salty ribs are delicious, and the soup is delicious. There is also Princess Naxi yak fresh milk tea, which is rich and mellow, sweet and not greasy. - Cozy leisure: find a coffee shop or tea house to sit down, order a drink, quietly enjoy the snowy mountains in the distance, feel the slow flow of time, very pleasant. You can also stroll around the streets of the ancient town, visit the specialty shops, and choose some handicrafts with Naxi characteristics as souvenirs. - Rich cultural experience: There are many non-legacy cultural heritage points in the ancient town, such as embroidery, East Bazaar dyeing, bronzeware and other studios, you can participate in these traditional skills and feel the charm of the traditional Naxi culture. In addition, you can rent a horse to ride around the ancient town and enjoy the scenery along the way. Shopping - Featured goods: Baisha Ancient Town has many small shops selling specialty goods, such as Wamao store, handicraft shop, bakery, etc. Wamao is a mascot of Yunnan watch house, unique shape, with strong local characteristics. The Dongba culture-related items in the handicraft shop, such as Dongba paper and Dongba wood carvings, are very commemorative.
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6
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Tinghua Valley - Lijiang Flowers Garden
4.2
/5
163 reviews
6.7
13.7 km from downtown
Phone 16608880202
Address: 云南省丽江市玉龙纳西族自治县白沙镇白沙村委会街尾二组100号
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.3 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Yulong
Highlights:
Fairytale Hobbit treehouse view
Flowers & seasons at Yulong
Saved by 379 users125 positive reviews
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Tinghua Valley is located in the south of Lijiang City. Due to the pleasant climate of Lijiang City, it has a special natural environment, which makes Tinghua Valley have flowers blooming all year round. It is suitable for bringing children to play here.
I think the scenery is very good, but it is quite demanding on the season. When I went there this time, there were only 4 kinds of flowers, which were beautiful, but it would be better if there were more. The staff told me that there would be more flowers in July and August. Overall, I am quite satisfied, but there are so many wasps in the flowers that I was stared at. Do the staff have a better way to get rid of flying insects? I also got flower seeds as souvenirs, which is quite creative. I will go again.
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Xuesong Village (Yuhu Village)
4.1
/5
92 reviews
6.0
Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area | 21.5 km from downtown
Address: Yuhu Village, Baisha Township, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
No.4 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Yulong
Highlights:
Stone houses & serene ambiance
Ancient & rustic stone houses
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Compared with Baisha Ancient Town, I recommend staying in Yuhu Village! There is no commercialization, and it is very primitive! Yuhu Village is very close to Baisha Ancient Town by taxi, and it only takes more than 10 minutes to get there. Yuhu Village is closest to Yulong Snow Mountain, and the only disadvantage is that it is very windy!
Yuhu Village is located about 18 kilometers north of Lijiang Ancient Town, at the southern foot of Yulong Snow Mountain, about 2,700 meters above sea level. It is called "Wuluken" in Naxi language, which means "village at the foot of snow mountain". The village is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, meadows and forests, with magnificent scenery. The houses in Yuhu Village are built with local glacial stones, with thick walls and slate roofs. The style is simple and rough, and it is called "stone village". This kind of building has windproof, earthquake-resistant and warm-keeping functions, and is a living fossil of traditional Naxi architecture. The village is built on the mountain, with winding alleys and streams running through the village, blending with nature.
The main attractions include Yuhu Lake (Longnu Lake), a natural lake above the village, which is formed by the meltwater of the glacier of Yulong Snow Mountain. The lake is clear and reflects the snow-capped mountains, with different scenery in different seasons. The lakeside meadow is vast, and it is a popular place for hiking, horseback riding and photography.
Yuzhu Qingtian Scenic Area is located near the village. It has ancient temples, cliff carvings and clear springs. The environment is quiet. This is a paid scenic area. Because the mountain was closed due to heavy snow on the day of the tour, the scenic area was closed.
Yuhu Village is free. Tourists can only take a car to the tourist center down the mountain. There are sightseeing buses to Longnu Lake in the scenic area, or you can walk up the mountain to Longnu Lake, which takes about an hour. There are many restaurants in the village, and the prices are not expensive.
Yuhu Village after the snow is more quaint, like a fairy tale world.
Transportation: Starting from Lijiang Ancient Town, you can take a taxi or drive (about 40 minutes), or take bus No. 17 or tourist special bus to the parking lot of the tourist center.
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Wenhai Lake
4.6
/5
91 reviews
5.8
Based on 12 reviews
18.7 km from downtown
Address: Wenhai Village, Lijiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Ancient Tea & Horse Road Site
Horseback ride & enjoy nature
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It's worth a visit, especially healing. Although it was a rainy day, it was very artistic to walk outdoors with an umbrella. The coffee was also good. The car pick-up and drop-off were very convenient! Half a day is enough, and the photos are very good. If it rains, try to prepare shoe covers. It's a very good experience. In addition to Yulong Snow Mountain, the most satisfying scenery is Wenhai!
It was a carpool, the guy was very enthusiastic. Fuguo Temple is actually a Tibetan Buddhist temple. It was raining when we arrived at Wenhai, so the couple who shared the car went to hide from the rain. I was fully equipped and wandered around the lake, almost half a circle. I didn't see Yulong Snow Mountain, but it was said that the weather was good and it was still beautiful overall.
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